New Al-Buraq masjid opens. Celebrations draw crowds after seven years of massive community fundraising efforts. Blackburn Mosque Opens Doors After Massive Community Fundraising The new Al-Buraq masjid had its grand opening Saturday. Hundreds of folks from Lancashire came to celebrate. The mosque is on Devonport Road. Massive fundraising made it happen. People gathered near Devonport…
A young biker was stopped in Wick for weaving. He claimed it was to dodge potholes on Glamis Road. Motorbiker Weaving Through Wick Street Said He Avoided Potholes Hey, guess what I just read? A young guy got in trouble. It all happened in Wick, a town in Caithness. He was riding his motorcycle on…
Pendle Council plans to increase council tax on empty and second homes to boost local funding. Pendle Council Considers Tax Hike on Second and Empty Homes Pendle Council wants homes used more often. They aim to reduce vacant properties, which also helps local services get more funding. New laws started in 2023, and Pendle Council…
A proposal seeks to transform a Reedley bungalow into a children’s care home for two, with minimal exterior alterations. Care Home Plan Proposed for Reedley Home, Broadhurst Way Bungalow Hey, listen to this plan someone has. It’s about a house on Broadhurst Way. They want to change it into a kids’ care home. Two kids…
Bridport, Dorset, tops the list! A national poll by Independent Cottages names it the UK’s best market town. Bridport Crowned Best Market Town in the UK National Ranking Bridport is a top market town. A national poll ranked it highly. It beat Faversham and Stockport. The town boasts ancient history. It also has a great…
A 43-year-old driver from West Sussex died in an A31 crash near Ferndown. Police seek witnesses and dashcam footage. A31: Man in his 40s Dies Following Crash Near Ferndown Roundabout Hey, something happened on the A31. It’s at the Ameysford Roundabout in Ferndown. The road is still closed because of it. Dorset Police got a…
Recent court cases in St Albans and surrounding areas resulted in fines, driving bans, and suspended jail sentences. St Albans Court Results: Suspended Sentences and Driving Bans Issued Here’s what happened in court. Damon Iacovone, 36, is from St Albans. He didn’t give a breath sample, and the court suspected he committed an offense. He…
Historian sheds light on Lyme Regis town halls, revealing locations and dispelling myths about the current building. Lyme Regis Explored: Uncovering the Town’s Three Historic Town Halls The current guildhall dates to 1887. It sits where the 17th-century town hall used to be. Historian Peter Lacey researched both buildings and found this. Some questions still…
Ian Picken, owner of Record Vault, Broadwindsor, launches a Record Club. The first talk will discuss Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Rumours’ album. Record Vault Broadwindsor Owner Starts a New Record Club for Music Fans Ian Picken loves vinyl. This started when he was just 14, when he worked at a record shop. He always dreamed of having…
Philly’s York brings an authentic Philly Cheesesteak food stall to Spark, York, until March 16th. It is rivaling the home of the cheesesteak. Phillys York Brings Cheesesteak Kiosk to Spark York UK Until March Philly’s York is a food vendor at Spark. They sell mostly Philly cheesesteaks. A cheesesteak is a popular sandwich with steak,…